If you’re looking for a sleek and efficient way to manage your home’s heating, you’re in luck. Rithum Stat offers versatile solutions to suit many climate control systems. From integrating with existing setups like Heatmiser to enabling app-free local control, Rithum Stat provides a modern approach to smart heating control. With options for full or partial system replacements, it’s designed to boost energy efficiency in any home. We’ve got you covered.
First, we’ll cover the benefits of Rithum Stat and why it is a good option for climate control. Then we’ll move onto the weeds of how to implement a solution. If you’re ready to get into the technical details, jump to the implementation guide here.
Why Rithum Stat is the best climate control option
The modern home is a hub of technology, and smart devices are no longer just about convenience—they’re about making your space smarter, more energy-efficient, and better equipped for the future. Rithum Stat is a smart climate control system that’s not just a thermostat, but a cornerstone of an energy-conscious lifestyle. Whether you’re managing a bustling household or simply looking for a way to make smarter energy decisions, Rithum Stat is designed to optimise comfort, reduce waste, and adapt to the evolving needs of your home.
Energy efficiency: Heat when you need it
Energy waste is a silent but significant drain on your finances and the environment. Rithum Stat tackles this head-on by ensuring your home’s heating is delivered only to the spaces that need it, when they need it.
Customisable schedules: Tailor your heating to align with your daily routine, so you’re not paying to heat empty rooms.
Room-by-room zoning: Fine-tune the temperature in individual rooms for maximum efficiency.
Cost savings: By eliminating unnecessary energy usage, you’ll see noticeable reductions in your monthly energy bills.
This focus on precision and control not only keeps your home comfortable but also significantly reduces your carbon footprint.
Flexible installation: Adapts to your home, your way
Every home is different, and Rithum Stat is built with that in mind. Whether you’re replacing an outdated thermostat or setting up a cutting-edge climate control system, Rithum Stat integrates seamlessly.
Plug-and-play setup: Quick and straightforward installation means you can start saving energy sooner.
Broad compatibility: Whether you have underfloor heating, a boiler, or a combination of systems, Rithum Stat fits in effortlessly.
Future-proof design: It’s equally suited for upgrades in older homes or as part of new builds with advanced smart systems.
This adaptability ensures that no matter your current setup, Rithum Stat can enhance your home’s climate management without unnecessary complications.
Modern touchscreen control: A fresh take on smart climate management
Controlling your home’s temperature shouldn’t be a chore. With Rithum Stat, simplicity meets sophistication through its sleek, modern touchscreen interface.
No more clunky apps: Forget juggling between apps or struggling with confusing menus. Rithum Stat puts intuitive control literally at your fingertips.
Effortless adjustment: Whether you want to tweak settings or dive into advanced controls, the touchscreen offers a smooth, user-friendly experience.
Elegant design: The minimalist aesthetic ensures that it not only performs brilliantly but also looks great in any home environment.
With Rithum Stat, managing your home’s climate becomes a seamless part of your day rather than an added task.
Future-ready technology: Smarter today, even smarter tomorrow
The world of smart home technology evolves rapidly, and Rithum Stat is built to stay ahead of the curve. As its app ecosystem grows, so do the capabilities of your device.
Continuous updates: Benefit from regular software upgrades that keep your system aligned with the latest innovations.
Expanding integrations: Rithum is committed to enhancing compatibility with other leading smart home brands, ensuring your system remains versatile and forward-thinking.
Longevity and value: A Rithum Stat isn’t just an investment in today’s technology—it’s a commitment to staying at the forefront of smart home climate control for years to come.
This future-proof approach ensures that your home remains efficient, comfortable, and cutting-edge as new technologies emerge.
Rithum Stat or Climate Integration: An Implementation Guide
There are two primary methods of Rithum interfacing with the climate control systems in a property:
1. Via integration – this is where Rithum is the front-end of a third party integration. All of the logic is built into the third party system and Rithum can control the setpoint and display the current temperature, along with a few other things depending on the integration.
Generally, if using an integration, Rithum’s temperature sensor data is not used by the third party system, meaning that you still need some form of sensor by the third party system “in the room”, though there are some integrations that allow us to “inject” our temperature sensor information via the software integration.
2. Rithum Stat – this is our thermostatic software which runs on Rithum Switch (or Rithum Switch Pro), meaning the logic for the climate control is built-in and Rithum’s temperature sensor is used directly. What Rithum doesn’t have built-in is a relay, so we utilise a relay in any one of our existing integrations (or even via a http request) to do the zone switching.
Depending on the design of your heating system and, if a retrofit, the existing control solution you have in place, there are a few different ways to implement all of this, so let’s dive in to a few different options.
Options if you have Heatmiser
For those with an existing Heatmiser setup, Rithum Stat offers several integration options, allowing you to retain key functionality while upgrading to a more modern interface:
Option 1: Complement your Heatmiser system
- Relocate the Heatmiser Neostat to a cupboard or discreet location.
- Add a remote temperature probe to allow the Neostat to continue sensing the zone’s temperature.
- Use Rithum to control the Heatmiser Neostat, maintaining your existing infrastructure while adding a sleek new touchscreen interface, though you will need a cable to power the Rithum Switch and also one for the remote temperature probe. You’ll also require the Rithum Heatmiser plugin on each switch that is to control Heatmiser.
Option 2: Replace the thermostat but keep the wiring centre
- Install Zigbee relays (to integrate via a Hue Bridge), Shelly relays or any other HTTP controllable relays in the manifold on each of the zone inputs on the Heatmiser Wiring Centre. This means that when one of these relays is closed to “call for heat” in the zone, the wiring centre can do any necessary switching of boilers, pumps, and the like. If you’re using Shelly, you’ll also need Rithum’s Shelly plugin on each Rithum Switch.
- The Rithum Switch can be powered using either 12-30V DC or 100-240V AC sent down the original cable (depending on cable capabilities), which simplifies installation.
Note: The Heatmiser app will no longer function with this setup, but Rithum’s 7-day scheduler ensures effective, app-free climate control.
Option 3: Complete replacement
- If your setup doesn’t require control of heat sources, pumps, or other elements managed by a wiring centre, you can remove the wiring centre entirely.
- For more complex systems, additional relays can be installed to manage pumps or heat sources, with logic configured between relays (e.g., using Shelly relays) to ensure efficient operation.
Tado Integration
With Tado, Rithum can control your heating, though the Tado thermostat must remain in the room since we cannot inject our temperature data into the Tado system, though you could put it in a more discrete location since it won’t be the main control point.
Alternatively, Rithum Stat can replace the Tado thermostat for local control, though this does not yet include app functionality.
CoolAutomation compatibility
Rithum Stat integrates with CoolAutomation for control of most AC or HVAC systems. Also, using ClimateSync by Tenways Engineering, a UK solution for underfloor heating control, allows both AC and heating control via the CoolautoMation integration.
Additionally, Rithum can send its temperature sensor data directly to CoolAutomation via the Feed command, replacing the return air temperature sensor in your AC unit.
Homey integration
Rithum Stat works with Homey to trigger complex flows for controlling boilers, pumps, and other heating components.
Through Homey, users can adjust setpoints and climate zones while enabling advanced automation, such as scene triggers or light-level adjustments via the Rithum interface.
Fibaro integration
With Fibaro, Rithum Stat controls climate zones while also using quickApps to incorporate Rithum’s temperature data into automated flows, allowing full two-way integration between the two systems. See this full blog post on integrating Fibaro and Rithum.
KNX integration
While not offering full BMS or climate integration with KNX, Rithum Stat can send temperature sensor data to a KNX group address, offering compatibility for advanced setups.
Control4 integration
Rithum integrates with Control4 via a driver, enabling climate control, scheduling, and advanced lighting scenes—all accessible from the Rithum interface. Read the full blog post on Control4 integration here.
Loxone integration (coming soon)
By integrating Rithum with Loxone, users can control lighting scenes, levels, climate and more, all from Rithum’s intuitive interface.
Example climate system setups
Case 1: Ahmed’s Heatmiser transition
John wanted a modern interface without fully replacing his Heatmiser system. By relocating his Neostat and installing a Rithum Switch, he retained his Heatmiser system while upgrading to intuitive touchscreen control.
Case 2: Emily’s CoolAutomation integration
Emily combined Rithum Stat with CoolAutomation’s ClimateSync to synchronise underfloor heating and AC, achieving effortless temperature control throughout her home.
Make your smart home easy
Hopefully we’ve demonstrated the ease, flexibility and benefits of Rithum Stat. It’s more than just a thermostat—it’s a tool to help you take charge of your comfort and energy costs while staying ahead of the curve. What’s next? Either;
- Head to our Rithum Switch product page and order today
Climate control FAQ
What is smart climate control?
Smart climate control uses advanced technology to manage a home’s heating and cooling efficiently, optimising comfort while minimising energy usage. Rithum Stat simplifies this by delivering heat only where and when it’s needed, reducing waste and saving money. Its intuitive touchscreen interface, customisable schedules, and room-by-room zoning ensure precise control. Compatible with various systems and smart home platforms, Rithum Stat adapts to your home setup and stays future-ready with regular updates and expanded integrations.
What does a smart home thermostat do?
A smart home thermostat optimises heating and cooling by adjusting temperatures based on schedules, preferences, or external factors, saving energy and enhancing comfort. Rithum Stat takes this further with precise room-by-room zoning, delivering heat only where and when it’s needed to reduce waste and lower bills. Its sleek touchscreen interface ensures intuitive control without clunky apps. Compatible with diverse systems and evolving smart platforms, Rithum Stat integrates seamlessly and stays future-ready with regular updates.
How does climate control work?
Climate control regulates a home’s heating and cooling to maintain a comfortable, consistent temperature. It works by adjusting systems like boilers, underfloor heating, or HVAC based on user preferences and schedules. Rithum Stat enhances climate control by providing room-by-room zoning, heating only where and when needed to save energy and reduce costs. Its intuitive touchscreen interface ensures effortless adjustments, while compatibility with various systems and smart home platforms makes it a flexible, future-ready solution.
